A police helicopter was launched after the attempted break-in at Kingston Green was reported, but no-one was found during its search.

Detective Constable Costin Bonell said: "The suspect, who some of the victims have seen running away from the scene.

"He is described as white, 5ft 10in, slim, in his 20s with short dark hair. We are keen to hear from anyone who has seen a man matching this description acting suspiciously in Seaford. Please contact police [on 101] quoting Operation Muscat."